Manage WordPress Plugins and Themes in Sparkforge

By Sparkforge Support Team ·Last reviewed May 3, 2026

Sparkforge includes a Plugin and Theme manager for WordPress sites. View installed versions, update to the latest, and toggle active status without leaving the platform.

Sparkforge gives you a single screen to manage every plugin and theme installed on your WordPress sites. View installed versions, update to the latest, activate or deactivate, or delete — all without opening the WordPress admin.

View Installed Plugins and Themes

Log in to Sparkforge and switch to the Location.
Go to Sites → WordPress → Plugins/Themes.
The current version shows in the Installed Version column. The latest available update appears next to active plugins and themes.

Update Plugins and Themes

Click the edit icon in the Action column for the plugin or theme you want to manage.
Update to the latest available version, or toggle active/inactive, or delete.
Click Change Status to apply.

Notes

Updates only roll forward to the latest version. Specific historical versions are not selectable.
Downgrades are not supported through this interface.
You can still manage plugins and themes inside the WordPress admin if you prefer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I update a plugin to a specific older version?

No. The Sparkforge plugin manager only updates to the latest available version.

Can I downgrade a plugin or theme?

No. Downgrades are not supported. You would need to reinstall an older version manually inside the WordPress admin.

Can I still use the WordPress dashboard directly?

Yes. Plugin and theme management inside Sparkforge does not block the native WordPress admin.

Where do I find the plugin manager?

Inside a Location, go to Sites → WordPress → Plugins/Themes.